Question 1

Phosphorus absorption is promoted by the hormone

Accepted Answer

A) calcitonin. 
B) 1,25 (OH)2 vitamin D 
C) cholecalciferol. 
D) aldosterone. 
A) calcitonin. 
B) 1,25 (OH)2 vitamin D 
C) cholecalciferol. 
D) aldosterone.

Question 2

The human body has more of this substance (by weight)than any other substance.

Accepted Answer

A) protein 
B) glycogen 
C) fat 
D) water 
A) protein 
B) glycogen 
C) fat 
D) water

Question 3

A friend is complaining of constipation.In addition to lifestyles changes,which mineral could help relieve your friend's constipation?

Accepted Answer

A) Sodium 
B) Magnesium 
C) Sulfur 
D) Chloride 
A) Sodium 
B) Magnesium 
C) Sulfur 
D) Chloride

Question 4

Salt substitutes often contain

Accepted Answer

A) sodium bicarbonate. 
B) potassium chloride. 
C) calcium carbonate. 
D) magnesium sulfate. 
A) sodium bicarbonate. 
B) potassium chloride. 
C) calcium carbonate. 
D) magnesium sulfate.

Question 5

Which factor(s)limit(s)absorption of dietary calcium?

Accepted Answer

A) Phytic acid 
B) Chronic diarrhea 
C) Tannins in tea 
D) Vitamin D deficiency 
E) All of these choices are accurate. 
A) Phytic acid 
B) Chronic diarrhea 
C) Tannins in tea 
D) Vitamin D deficiency 
E) All of these choices are accurate.

Question 6

The major cation in the intracellular fluid is ________,whereas the major anion in the extracellular fluid is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) sodium; phosphate 
B) potassium; chloride 
C) sodium; chloride 
D) potassium; phosphate 
A) sodium; phosphate 
B) potassium; chloride 
C) sodium; chloride 
D) potassium; phosphate

Question 7

ADH

Accepted Answer

A) is a pituitary hormone that decreases water excretion. 
B) is minerals deposited into bone that give strength and rigidity. 
C) is an adrenal hormone that causes sodium reabsorption. 
D) is a protein-calcium complex that influences enzyme activity in cells. 
E) is an enzyme in kidneys formed in response to low blood pressure. 
A) is a pituitary hormone that decreases water excretion. 
B) is minerals deposited into bone that give strength and rigidity. 
C) is an adrenal hormone that causes sodium reabsorption. 
D) is a protein-calcium complex that influences enzyme activity in cells. 
E) is an enzyme in kidneys formed in response to low blood pressure.

Question 8

If deficient,which of the following minerals would have the least effect on blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

A) Potassium 
B) Sodium 
C) Calcium 
D) Magnesium 
A) Potassium 
B) Sodium 
C) Calcium 
D) Magnesium

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

Accepted Answer

A) It is rich in the minerals magnesium,potassium,and calcium. 
B) It is high in fiber. 
C) It contains 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. 
D) It is low in protein. 
A) It is rich in the minerals magnesium,potassium,and calcium. 
B) It is high in fiber. 
C) It contains 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. 
D) It is low in protein.

Question 10

The body regulates its potassium content by

Accepted Answer

A) absorbing more or less potassium from the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) excreting more or less potassium in the urine. 
C) storing more or less potassium in the liver. 
D) storing more or less potassium in the bone. 
A) absorbing more or less potassium from the gastrointestinal tract. 
B) excreting more or less potassium in the urine. 
C) storing more or less potassium in the liver. 
D) storing more or less potassium in the bone.

Question 11

Too much dietary sodium,rather than too little dietary sodium,is a major nutritional problem today.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in

Accepted Answer

A) leafy,green vegetables,such as spinach. 
B) milk and dairy products. 
C) cereal grain fibers. 
D) liver and other organ meats. 
A) leafy,green vegetables,such as spinach. 
B) milk and dairy products. 
C) cereal grain fibers. 
D) liver and other organ meats.

Question 13

Risk factors for osteoporosis include

Accepted Answer

A) overweight and obesity. 
B) amenorrhea. 
C) African-American race. 
D) high levels of physical activity. 
A) overweight and obesity. 
B) amenorrhea. 
C) African-American race. 
D) high levels of physical activity.

Question 14

In a healthy person,sodium consumed in excess of body needs is

Accepted Answer

A) stored in the liver. 
B) excreted by the kidneys. 
C) metabolized in cells. 
D) excreted in the feces. 
A) stored in the liver. 
B) excreted by the kidneys. 
C) metabolized in cells. 
D) excreted in the feces.

Question 15

Which of the following population groups has the highest rate of calcium absorption?

Accepted Answer

A) Postmenopausal women 
B) Pregnant women 
C) Premenopausal women (not pregnant or lactating) 
D) Athletes in training 
A) Postmenopausal women 
B) Pregnant women 
C) Premenopausal women (not pregnant or lactating) 
D) Athletes in training

Question 16

Water intoxication is associated with

Accepted Answer

A) headache and blurred vision. 
B) muscle cramps and convulsions. 
C) hyponatremia. 
D) All of these answers are correct. 
A) headache and blurred vision. 
B) muscle cramps and convulsions. 
C) hyponatremia. 
D) All of these answers are correct.

Question 17

Consumption of ______ inhibits the action of antidiuretic hormone,causing increased urinary output.

Accepted Answer

A) one or two cups of coffee 
B) alcoholic beverages 
C) high-sodium foods 
D) high-sugar beverages 
A) one or two cups of coffee 
B) alcoholic beverages 
C) high-sodium foods 
D) high-sugar beverages

Question 18

The consumption of a high-protein,high-sodium diet will tend to ________ ion concentration of the urine.

Accepted Answer

A) have no effect on 
B) increase 
C) decrease 
A) have no effect on 
B) increase 
C) decrease

Question 19

Most of our dietary sulfur is supplied by

Accepted Answer

A) protein-rich foods. 
B) carbohydrates. 
C) vitamins. 
D) lipids. 
A) protein-rich foods. 
B) carbohydrates. 
C) vitamins. 
D) lipids.

Question 20

An individual who consumes one cup of coffee in the morning should drink an additional 2 cups of fluid to compensate for caffeine-induced fluid loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Phosphorus absorption is promoted by the hormone

The human body has more of this substance (by weight)than any other substance.

A friend is complaining of constipation.In addition to lifestyles changes,which mineral could help relieve your friend's constipation?

Salt substitutes often contain

Which factor(s)limit(s)absorption of dietary calcium?

The major cation in the intracellular fluid is ,whereas the major anion in the extracellular fluid is .

ADH

If deficient,which of the following minerals would have the least effect on blood pressure?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

The body regulates its potassium content by

Too much dietary sodium,rather than too little dietary sodium,is a major nutritional problem today.

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in

Risk factors for osteoporosis include

In a healthy person,sodium consumed in excess of body needs is

Which of the following population groups has the highest rate of calcium absorption?

Water intoxication is associated with

Consumption of ______ inhibits the action of antidiuretic hormone,causing increased urinary output.

The consumption of a high-protein,high-sodium diet will tend to ________ ion concentration of the urine.

Most of our dietary sulfur is supplied by

An individual who consumes one cup of coffee in the morning should drink an additional 2 cups of fluid to compensate for caffeine-induced fluid loss.

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Human Digestion and Absorption

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Energy Balance, weight Control, and Eating Disorders

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Phosphorus absorption is promoted by the hormone

The human body has more of this substance (by weight)than any other substance.

A friend is complaining of constipation.In addition to lifestyles changes,which mineral could help relieve your friend's constipation?

Salt substitutes often contain

Which factor(s)limit(s)absorption of dietary calcium?

The major cation in the intracellular fluid is ________,whereas the major anion in the extracellular fluid is ________.

ADH

If deficient,which of the following minerals would have the least effect on blood pressure?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

The body regulates its potassium content by

Too much dietary sodium,rather than too little dietary sodium,is a major nutritional problem today.

Phytic acid binds minerals so that they cannot be absorbed.Phytic acid is found in

Risk factors for osteoporosis include

In a healthy person,sodium consumed in excess of body needs is

Which of the following population groups has the highest rate of calcium absorption?

Water intoxication is associated with

Consumption of ______ inhibits the action of antidiuretic hormone,causing increased urinary output.

The consumption of a high-protein,high-sodium diet will tend to ________ ion concentration of the urine.

Most of our dietary sulfur is supplied by

An individual who consumes one cup of coffee in the morning should drink an additional 2 cups of fluid to compensate for caffeine-induced fluid loss.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise and Sports

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

The Water-Soluble Vitamins

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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The major cation in the intracellular fluid is ,whereas the major anion in the extracellular fluid is .